Nashville will show its endurance

OUR VIEW

It's the very definition of the marathon, and the bane of those who want to terrorize us.

Tomorrow, we will come to the streets of Nashville, by the tens of thousands - to run 26.2 miles, or 13.1 miles, or to offer help and support those who do.

It's true: This year's St. Jude Country Music Marathon may feel different from past events. But one important thing changed on April 15, 2013, after two bombs detonated along the marathon course in Boston - we grew more determined than before to celebrate humanity and the spirit of endurance.

When you come out this race day, you may notice a greater presence than before of law enforcement. They may occasionally ask to check backpacks. Runners have been asked to stow their belongings in clear plastic bags.

These officials, much like the runners themselves, need our support and added vigilance. The watch phrase, "See something, say something," applies this Saturday to each of us. Speak to a nearby officer or event worker with your concern or call the special police race-day hotline, 615-880-1515.

The Country Music Marathon brings Middle Tennesseans together with visitors from around the country and around the world on a scale like few other events. This year, let's really show up in force, and display not only our solidarity with the runners but with the people of Boston.

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Nashville will show its endurance

Endurance. It?s the very definition of the marathon, and the bane of those who want to terrorize us.

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